It's Official: Haggis with Panko Breadcrumbs Makes for the Best Scotch Egg in London

8 February saw the 6th Annual Scotch Egg Challenge take place at the Canonbury Arms, Islington. But which egg excelled to claim the trophy?

It was a night of high drama, bad jokes and excellent eggs, as chefs from London and other regions in the UK gathered to find out who amongst them made the best Scotch egg. Food writer Joe Warwick was the Master of ceremonies, presiding over a panel of judges that included journalist Bob Granleese from the Guardian, chef Rosie Skyes from Pint Shop, Stefan Chomka, editor of Restaurant magazine, and Ben Chapman, head chef at Kiln Soho.

15 chefs took part, cooking one egg for the judges and then another 16 to be portioned up and offered to the waiting crowd, meaning everyone got to join in the judging. There were some brave entries, including a stunning prawn and tamarind quail egg with naan crumb from The Cinnamon Club, but there could only be one winner…